By Patrick Santana on 11/26/03 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 323i 4dr Sedan
Review
Near flawless execution of style,
comfort, and performance... and it's
just plain fun to drive. If you have
never owned a BMW, it's better in just
about every way. The imperfection
came when my wife hit a curb with the
left front wheel at a slow speed and 3
airbags went off and $3500.00 later I
had my car back. It took the dealer
several tries to get the airbag light
to stay off
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By Jimbo1999 on 11/20/03 00:00 AM (PST)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 323i 4dr Sedan
Review
The car now has 98K miles. I had a few
problems with the car since I've owned
it. My Air bag light came on around
80K miles. Diagnosis is a faulty Air
bag computer, cost is $500. North
American BMW will not assist in any way
since warranty is not valid. Sunroof
acts up by not closing as it should. I
have found that this car needs alot of
pampering to make it run problematic
free. I have a toyota and no
problems. Not sure if I would
recommend one. I'll probably buy a
Porsche or Mercedes next time.
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By MikeD1 on 10/14/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 323i 4dr Sedan
Review
I'm disappointed with the number of
problems that I have experienced since
buying the BMW 323i. I was expecting
more based upon the reputation. I like
the car, it's fun to drive, but I'm in
the dealership for repairs every few
months....broken window glides,
defective interior light, body molding
coming off the exterior, battery
failure. Beware.
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By Ian Clark on 10/09/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan
Review
5 spd, sports pkg. Still as much fun
to drive as when new. I am 6'4" and
with the sports seats set low it was
the only 5 speed I could actually fit
in comfortably. (what a shame) It
really feels like you're wearing it, a
sublime extention of your body. Speed
and handling continue to impress (even
scare at times) and never get tired of
looking at it. The extended warranty
is a good idea, so far front shocks,
brakes, a/c, speakers, fuel pump, etc.
Some how it is all still worth it.
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By 2L8-IWON on 10/03/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan
Review
I have to say I am thourghly
dissapointed!! I have had two BMs and
will never get another BMW Canada and
their Dealers are most unhelpfull and
inconsiderate, I have had to replace
so far over $3,000 and BMW says I do
not care sir even if you are only
3,500 miles out of your warranty, and
then they say sorry you are not even
the original owner so we will do
nothing for you!!
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By Tarek on 09/06/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 323i 4dr Sedan
Review
After my 3Yr warranty expired, the
reliablity problems are gaining
momentum. Got a $CDN 5000 repair bill
to replace/fix belts, valves, shock
mounts, brakes, trailing arm bushing
and the list goes on. Aufwiedersehen
BMW, I am buying the 04 Acura TL3.2
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By mark flinn on 08/29/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 323i 4dr Sedan
Review
I purchased this car via the Euro
Delivery program. I saved about 4k
off the typical selling price, and had a
wonderful time driving for a couple of
weeks in Germany. It is the best car I
have ever owned. It is still fun, 4
years after I bought it, to drive to the
store to pick up milk or whatever. It
gets excellent gas mileage, is rock
solid at 50k miles, with no repairs,
and my three sons fit in the back seat
with no problem. It is extremely
safe; I have avoided several
accidents because of the
combination of excellent visibility and
manuverability. The sports package
is excellent and a bargain. Great car!
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By kalapakipaul on 08/27/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 328i 4dr Sedan
Review
This is the everyday
commuter/shopper/beach car on the North
Shore. Very reliable with only small
problems (seat belt retractor,
windshield washer nozzle). Excellent
mileage with only routine service.
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By rickn on 08/20/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 323is 2dr Coupe
Review
After owning the 323 for three years, I
can tell you it has been a joy to
drive. The handling and overall feel of
the vehicle is better than anything
Ive ever driven. The only reason I
would caution potential buyers is the
reliability has proven to be poor. I
have had interior trim fall off, many
sensors blown and strange electrical/
computer malfunctions. Fortunately, the
very expensive repairs were covered
under an excellent warranty program.
But, with the warranty ending, the
annual repair costs will be high.
Check with many on line forums
discussing the BMW H46 and Consumer
Reports, which recently removed the 3
series from their recommended list.
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By haj on 07/05/03 00:00 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
1999 BMW 3 Series 323i 4dr Sedan
Review
One great vehicle. Handling is
awesome, with plenty of pick up and
performance in this little package of
a 323i.
Were a family of two and this car is
perfect for a smaller family. The
engineering is well defined and noted
in this one.
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